Situated in North America, Saint Pierre and Miquelon 🇵🇲 (officially Saint Pierre and Miquelon) is one of the most interesting places you can land on when you spin the globe. With a population of about 5,800 and a total area of 242 km², it offers far more than its statistics suggest.
Whether you discovered Saint Pierre and Miquelon through our random country spinner or searched for it directly, this guide covers everything you need to know: the flag, the capital city of Saint-Pierre, population figures, languages, currency, geography and a collection of memorable facts.
Where is Saint Pierre and Miquelon located?
Saint Pierre and Miquelon lies in North America, in the Americas region of the world. Measuring roughly 242 square kilometres, it ranks 219th in the world by total area.
Saint Pierre and Miquelon has no land borders at all — it is surrounded entirely by water, and this island setting has given it a distinct identity, ecosystem and way of life.
Saint-Pierre serves as the capital — the centre of government and, for most travellers, the gateway to everything else Saint Pierre and Miquelon has to offer.
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Who lives in Saint Pierre and Miquelon?
Saint Pierre and Miquelon is home to approximately 5,800 residents — the 232nd largest population on the planet. Its people are known as Saint-Pierrais, Miquelonnaiss.
The main language spoken here is French. Learning even a handful of phrases before a visit goes a long way with locals.
Like every country featured on Spin a Country, Saint Pierre and Miquelon rewards curiosity — its festivals, food and everyday customs tell a story that statistics alone never can.
Good to know before you go
The official currency is the Euro (EUR, symbol €). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travelling.
The international dialling code for Saint Pierre and Miquelon is +508. Websites from the country typically use the .pm internet domain.
If Saint Pierre and Miquelon came up on your random spin, take five minutes to memorise its flag, capital (Saint-Pierre) and population — these are the three facts most often asked in geography quizzes.
Fun facts about Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon's flag emoji is 🇵🇲 — its two-letter country code is PM and its three-letter code is SPM.
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon covers 242 km², ranking 219th in the world by area.
- With about 5,800 people, Saint Pierre and Miquelon holds the 232nd spot in the world population ranking.
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon is not a full member state of the United Nations.
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon is completely surrounded by water, with zero land borders.
Saint Pierre and Miquelon — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of Saint Pierre and Miquelon?
- The capital of Saint Pierre and Miquelon is Saint-Pierre.
- What is the population of Saint Pierre and Miquelon?
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon has a population of approximately 5,800 people, ranking 232nd in the world.
- Where is Saint Pierre and Miquelon located?
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon is located in North America, part of the Americas region.
- What language is spoken in Saint Pierre and Miquelon?
- The main language spoken in Saint Pierre and Miquelon is French.
- What currency is used in Saint Pierre and Miquelon?
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon uses the Euro (EUR).
